Customer Logistics Sr. Consultant - Costco

Customer Logistics Sr. Consultant - Costco

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.  

This role will drive the execution of Kimberly-Clark’s Indispensable Partner customer supply chain engagement strategies with customers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and have regular face-to-face discussion with key customers to facilitate strategic supply chain actions. The incumbent will have accountability to deliver service and cost excellence that is measured and assessed on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Scope of influence for this position includes Supply Chain and Merchandising functions at Customer, Senior Sales Management, Customer Solutions, Demand Management, Distribution, Customer Development Leadership and Customer Business Partners.

In this role, you will: 

• Lead the development and execution of KC & Customer supply chain initiatives to deliver incremental top-line sales, reduce costs, improve cost to serve and drive customer inventory & cost improvements.
• Build strategic relationships with customer’s logistics teams and leadership through partnership forums & ongoing interaction to achieve and maintain preferred supplier status.
• Develop strategic programming with customer and integrate into Customer Development business plans.
• Communicate customer’s supply chain expectations & strategies; dimension the impact to K-C and recommend changes to strategies and policies as appropriate.
• Align, develop, and mobilize implementation of supply chain best practices that deliver improved service, reduced distribution cost & complexity, and enable inventory reductions at K-C and the customer.
• Understand the Business Units and Customer Business teams supply chain initiatives and be the liaison between the customer and K-C to drive the appropriate programs back into the customer.
• Ability to communicate orally clearly and precisely and in writing to individuals and groups. 
• Ability to communicate precise innovative Supply Chain and business solutions to customers and team leaders/members.
• Ability to adapt and support the organization through times of change.
• Ability to assess business views strategically.
• Ability to build strong sustainable business relationships at various levels throughout organization and with key customers.
• Ability to conduct strategic business and data analyses precisely and proficiently with data driven recommendations for improvements and advancements.

About Us 

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.  

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark. 

Led by Purpose. Driven by You. 

About You 

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring.  You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. 

 
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.  

In one of our professional roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:  

• Bachelors degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of business experience with at least four years of cross-functional Supply Chain experience; inclusive of customer service, planning, and distribution.
• Demonstrated LEAN thinking & capability.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrated proficiency in oral & written communication, analyzing, influence, collaboration, motivating, business intuition and results orientation.
• Prioritization and time management, cross-functional collaboration, change management, project and team management, active listening, adaptability, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to travel 25% of the time

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of Kimberly-Clark’s supply chain interactions.
• Proficient in data access tools and PC based applications (Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, RSi, Business Warehouse (BW) Reporting, SAP R/3, PowerBI)

Total Benefits 

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.  
 

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.  

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents. 

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events. 

Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare. 

To Be Considered 
 
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.  

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.  

And finally, the fine print…. 

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world.  We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. 

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check. 

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply. 

Salary Range: $141,000 - $174,000 USD  

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only. 

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion. 

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Primary LocationBellevue Sales Office

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Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time